20 Jazz Funk Greats, the site not the album. Though we can imagine our weird homies in Salem making a mix in praise of that, too. Young Cream, AIDS 3D and Tha Pope are all featured. These are real ...

The Red & Black is a 501c3 nonprofit. Please consider a one-time gift or become a monthly supporter. Cancel anytime. National Get Funky Day will be observed for the very first time on Thursday, Oct. 5 ...

Charlotte has a rich history of funk music. Back in 1965, the "Grandmaster of Funk" himself Mr. James Brown recorded his single “Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag” right here in the Queen City. As one of ...

Step into the world of funk and charisma with Morris Day and The Time. From “Cool” to “Fishnet,” these eight songs capture the group’s unforgettable rhythm, stage presence, and influence on modern R&B ...

Aussie label AIM's motives might need to be called into question with the release of the new Herbie Hancock set Jazz to Funk. It features the reissues of two obscure sessions from the '60s, both of ...

For all but the shyest of wallflowers, moving to music is a natural human response. But what is it about a catchy tune that makes us groove? Scientists think they’ve figured out at least part of the ...

Jamiroquai blended 70s soul, funk, and Stevie Wonder’s influence to pioneer 90s acid jazz and reshape the sound of modern ...